Stats SA Reveals Alarming Death Trends in South Africa South Africans are grappling with a silent health crisis. According to the latest data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), preventable diseases and accidents continue to top the list of killers in the country. The 2022 statistics provide a clearer picture than the COVID-heavy data of […]
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Award-winning musician and TV presenter Holly Rey has recently partnered with Medtronic Diabetes to raise awareness about the automated insulin pump system, MiniMed, as part of an impactful initiative. Holly was diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes at the tender age of 11. The Deeper hitmaker has also used her platforms to raise awareness and to share […]
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Weekly jabs might not sound glamorous, but Mounjaro and Ozempic are making headlines for more than just managing blood sugar. These injectable medications, originally developed for type 2 diabetes, have become unlikely heroes in the weight-loss world, and the buzz doesn’t seem to be dying down. So, what’s the difference between the two? Let’s break […]
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South African singer and songwriter Holly Rey continues to issue a health update following her hospitalisation since December after she was diagnosed with severe dehydration, which led to an acute kidney injury, also known as renal failure. Recently, the Spend My Time singer took to her Instagram page to unpack what strength means to her […]
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Diabetes is no longer just an adult concern—children are increasingly being diagnosed with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The World Health Organisation states that while Type 1 diabetes is largely genetic and cannot be prevented, Type 2 diabetes is often linked to lifestyle factors such as poor diet and lack of physical activity. […]
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Holly Rey, the South African singer and songwriter known for her hit ‘Deeper’, recently shared a deeply emotional post on Instagram about the health struggles she’s been facing. In her usual honest style, Holly opened up about a recent diagnosis that has left her struggling to come to terms with. “I’ve always been very open […]
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Being mindful of what you eat, including the fruits you choose, is essential to managing diabetes. Fruit is generally a healthy choice, but some types might raise your blood sugar levels more quickly than others. Therefore, it becomes important to understand which ones to limit or avoid. AllRecipes states, “What identifies a fruit as better […]
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The veteran actress who has recently been bestowed with the Lifetime Achievement award at the Simon Mabhunu Sabela KZN Film and Television awards, Cynthia Shange revealed in her acceptance speech that she has had health complications. The 75-year-old thespian renowned for being the first black Miss South Africa and the roles she portrayed on u’Deliwe, […]
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Aside from sports, the communal consumption of beer has become one of the leading things that brings ordinary South Africans together. The alcoholic beverage is consumed at almost every celebratory event, whether you host a bachelor party, at an evening braai, watching a sports game in the stands or simply drinking it to cool down […]
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Sophie Ndaba is a South African actress that has graced our screens for many years with her acting skills. The legendary actress portrayed one of the most loved bubbly characters, Queen Moroka on the SABC 1 production soapy titled Generations. The media personality is an individual that uses her social media platform to educate and inform […]
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Diabetes mellitus (DM), as it is medically known, is a chronic disease. According to the National Library of Medicine, type 1 diabetes, means there is a lack of the production of insulin as a result of autoimmune destruction of the insulin-producing cells within the pancreas. This is the case for 8% of diabetics. In type 2 […]
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Diabetes, a condition that can result in heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and kidney failure, is linked to high blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia. When your body does not create enough insulin or does not utilise it well, high blood sugar results. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it affects 13% […]
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